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Judy Ravenna

Feb 5, 1961 - Apr 11, 2025

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To Carol, Karen, Tina, Mike and the Ravenna family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy on Judy’s passing. I’m sorry that I couldn’t be there in person to offer my condolences.

Dear Witczak & Ravenna Families,
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing Judy. I remember her warmth, big smile, and laughter from family parties when I was little I am praying for her and the whole families, and the whole Witczak and Ravenna families Sending our love and keeping you close to heartHer physical presence will be so deeply missed. She is forever in your hearts.
Love, Mary (Conroy) & Joe Simpson and Family

In loving memory of a wonderful lady. You were so loved by your family and friends. I will cherish my gardening memories of you.

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Judy's Obituary

Judy Ravenna, age 64 passed away on 4/11/2025, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. Born on February 5, 1961, in Chicago, Judy had a life filled with love, dedication, and warmth that touched all who knew her. Beloved wife of Paul Ravenna, loving mother of JoLynn Backes, her son-in-law, Ben, her son Johnny Vilaro and her daughter, Jillian Vilaro., her step-son Joseph Ravenna, her daughter-in law Sandy, step-son Chris Ravenna, and daughter-in-law Marky.  Proud daughter of Carol Witczak.  Dear sister of Karen Hickey,  Tina (late Morris) Martinez, and Michael Witczak, She is survived by 13 grandchildren: Christopher, Elisa, Elizabeth, Ayden, Aubrey, Payton, Skylar, Ricky, Devin, Paul, Echo, Jackson, and Layla. She joins her grandson Johnathon in heaven.

Judy and her kindness, good-nature, generosity, and love of life will be profoundly missed by many. Friends and family.

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